Automation Specialist

Apogee Sustainability Limited; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Statutory benefits and leave

Annual bonus scheme

Job summary

Apogee Sustainability Limited seeks an Automation Technician to support Energy Drive’s engineering, maintenance, and IoT teams. You will deliver hands-on expertise across PLC & VFD systems, energy meters, and on-site IoT infrastructure, contributing to safer, more reliable energy performance.

The role covers field execution through build, commissioning, and operations, including post-install maintenance and analytics. Some EU/UK travel may be required to support global projects.

Qualifications

• Requires engineering background with automation focus.
• Proficient in PLC/HMI/VFD programming and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of industrial instrumentation and networking.

Responsibilities

• Represent engineering during FAT and assist site testing.
• Install/configure PLCs, HMIs, energy meters, and networks.
• Commission VSDs for motor protection and reliability.
• Standardize PLC/HMI code libraries and templates with the EDS Group.
• Drive continuous improvement for safety, quality, and energy performance.
• Assess customer requirements and integrate into projects.
• Collaborate with client staff to promote Energy Drive partnerships.
• Maintain safety policies and ensure compliant work environments.
• Meet KPI targets including timely C5/C4 milestones.
• Provide documentation updates and knowledge transfer.

Skills

Automation expertise

PLC programming

HMI programming

VFD configuration

Industrial instrumentation

Industrial networks

English proficiency

Technical problem solving

Education

Engineering degree (preferred)

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

HMI software

VFD programming

Job description

The Automation Technician (AT) supports Energy Drive’s engineering, maintenance, and IoT teams by delivering hands‑on technical expertise across PLC & VFD systems, on site industrial IoT infrastructure, energy meters, power quality analysers and industrial instrumentation equipment. The role mitigates risk by bringing PLC programming and troubleshooting in‑house, reducing dependency on third‑party integrators, and improving project delivery continuity.

The AT will act as a key field presence throughout the build, commissioning and operational lifecycle, bridging engineering design with on‑site execution while also supporting post‑installation maintenance, analytics, and system optimization.

The role also includes potential travel to support projects in other global regions when required, contributing to company‑wide technical excellence and responsiveness.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Execution and Field Support

• Represent engineering during Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and support early‑stage site testing and inspection.
• Validate wiring, install devices, and configure networks (PLCs, VSDs, energy meters, modems, data loggers).
• Support Project Engineers during commissioning by taking responsibility for initial testing and troubleshooting.
• Assist with standardizing and updating PLC and HMI code libraries and documentation templates in collaboration with the EDS Group.
• Implement continuous improvement strategies to reduce costs and improve safety, quality productivity, reliability, uptime and energy performance.
• Recommend improvements to project processes based on prior experiences.
• Assess customer engineering requirements and ensure they are incorporated.
• Liaise with client engineering staff to promote Energy Drive's collaborative/partnering philosophy.
• Ensure a safe working environment by following all safety policies and procedures of Energy Drive, appointed SIs, contractors, and clients.
• Achieve departmental goals and KPIs, specifically achieving C5 sign‑off within 60 days from C4 sign‑off, focusing on system stability, energy performance, and reliability.
• Ensure installed systems reach and maintain required energy performance before C5 sign‑off.

Programming and Troubleshooting

• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI programs (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley).
• Commission Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) for optimal performance, motor protection and robust reliability.
• Set up, test, and resolve issues across industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, RS485, Ethernet/IP, Bacnet, etc).
• Support remote cloud based SCADA/HMI setup (preferably Ignition), review process diagrams, and validate control logic.

Digital Integration and Analytics

• Act as the in-field executor for the digital and analytics teams, validating data streams and escalating configuration issues.
• Translate IoT related system requirements from Project Engineers into Single Line Diagrams (SLDs) for use by the IoT team.
• Assist with data field mapping and perform diagnostics on live systems using tools like ModScan

Maintenance and Operational Support

• Respond to maintenance events on‑site, performing diagnostics and minor repairs.
• Support the Maintenance Manager with communication, coordination, and quality checks for contractor work.
• Conduct routine system verifications and assist in planned preventive maintenance tasks.

Documentation and Knowledge Transfer

• Maintain accurate records of installation, commissioning, and field adjustments, including labelled photographs and updated diagrams.
• Provide structured feedback to improve EBP (engineering Best Practice) documentation, processes, QCPs, SOPs and related templates

Project Engineer / Energy Solutions Engineer Support

• Support in developing and issuing Request for Quote (RFQ) for prospective projects

SUCCESS PROFILE

Knowledge:

• Strong result orientation with deep technical expertise in automation
• Holds an Engineering degree (preferred) or a Diploma
• Proficient in PLC, HMI, and VFD programming, configuration, and troubleshooting
• Solid understanding of industrial instrumentation, control, and communication systems
• Working knowledge of energy metering and power quality analysis
• Familiar with industrial networks (e.g. Fieldbus, Modbus, Profibus, DeviceNet, Ethernet)
• High proficiency in English (written and verbal), with additional European languages advantageous (Polish/ Spanish / German)

Experience:

• Ideal 10+ years of hands‑on automation and control systems experience (5+ minimum)
• Proven success delivering complex system integration projects
• Experience in commissioning and troubleshooting LV and MV VFDs (preferable)
• Demonstrated ability to manage tasks remotely and delegate effectively
• Skilled in planning, organising, and prioritising workloads to meet deadlines

COMPETENCIES:

• Driving Customer Value
• Fostering Collaboration
• Passion for Results
• Ensuring Efficiency & Excellence
• Navigating Conflicts
• Creating Ownership
• Eagerness to Grow
• Giving Direction

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Analytical mindset with effective problem‑solving ability
• High attention to detail and execution focus
• Self-starter with strong initiative and adaptability
• Collaborative and independent working style
• Open and generous in knowledge‑sharing (abundance mindset)
• Willing to travel through EU & UK

• Statutory benefits and leave will apply.
• Participation in Company annual bonus scheme.